London is nothing like Florida. Over here the sun seldom shines, the oranges are imported and the few properties with waterfront views are still actually insurable. But in one respect, we are becoming a little more alike – the number of older people.
Now, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. London remains the youngest region in England and Wales, with a median age of 35 compared with 40 nationally. But an exodus of young people is causing student numbers to plummet – and forcing some schools to close entirely.
